It’s so important for parish staff as a whole to get away from the many tasks that come from running a faith community. That is why a parish retreat is so vital to the well-being of your staff — mind, body, and soul.

Will you be with us at the 56th Annual International Catholic Stewardship Conference? If so, don’t miss out on your free copy of Tracy Earl Welliver’s new book: “Everyday Stewardship: Living and Extraordinary Life.”

Giving of our gifts and talents in only ways we want to means that we become deaf and blind to the numerous times Jesus Christ calls us to give. We also easily avoid any form of real sacrifice, which often leads us to give only from our excess. Wisdom allows us to see where we are being called, even if we are unsure what increase will result from our investment.

The more we give of ourselves to God, the greater we’ll find our love is for our families and friends. A stewardship way of life will eventually strengthen all our relationships, for a surrender to the One who is love means an increase in the love we have to give to others.

What if there were little ways your church could make parishioners feel listened to and valued? What if there was something you could learn from good customer service? We’ve put together four simple lessons for you and your parish staff.